Cumberland Gate
Residential care home · Liverpool
44 Cumberland Gate, Netherton, Liverpool, L30 7PZ
Run by Autism Initiatives (UK)
- GoodCQC · May 2019
- 8.0Our score
- Beds3
- Type of careResidential
- Phone0151 531 6039
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 11 May 2019
Inspected more than 4 years ago
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringGood
- ResponsiveGood
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Cumberland Gate
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Good
- Register number
- 1-121516635
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Cumberland Gate
Specialist autism support for children and adults is the focus of Cumberland Gate, a residential care service connected with Autism Initiatives. Its wider provision includes supported work placements, workshops and personalised support to help autistic people build skills, confidence, independence and connections.
Teams assess each person’s needs, interests, strengths and goals before recommending suitable support. Practical help, social opportunities, one-to-one assistance and tailored teaching packages are available, with most sessions free apart from external trips. The organisation also provides education and outreach support, although the specific services available at Cumberland Gate should be discussed as part of an individual assessment.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Liverpool
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sefton New Directions Limited - Aintree LaneLiverpool | 0.6 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| James Dixon CourtBootle | 0.9 miles | Good | 7.4 | |
| St Nicholas Care HomeBootle | 1 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Sefton New Directions Limited - Hudson RoadLiverpool | 1.4 miles | Outstanding | 8.8 | |
| Jasmine HouseLiverpool | 1.6 miles | Good | 8.4 |
Also run by Autism Initiatives (UK)
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount AvenueLiverpool | Good | 8.0 | |
| Gladstone RoadLiverpool | Good | 8.0 | |
| ParkbournLiverpool | Good | 8.0 | |
| Cambridge RoadLiverpool | Good | 8.0 | |
| Minshull HouseLiverpool | Outstanding | 8.8 | |
| Ashdown Close - SouthportSouthport | Good | 8.0 | |
| Sefton StreetSouthport | Good | 8.0 | |
| Lethbridge RoadSouthport | Good | 8.0 | |
| Lilford CourtWarrington | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Autism support across education and work
- Assessment based on individual goals
- Most sessions are free
Suits: Autistic people seeking personalised specialist support
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
44 Cumberland Gate, Netherton, Liverpool, L30 7PZ
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Questions families ask
Is free autism support and advice available?
Yes. Their One Stop Shops provide free support and advice for everyday life, as well as social opportunities for autistic people.
What support do they offer autistic people?
They offer practical help, social opportunities and one-to-one support, tailored to each person and available after diagnosis or when building confidence and independence.
Do they offer supported work placements for autistic young people?
Yes. Their social enterprise work placements and workshops provide real work experience in supportive environments to build confidence, skills and independence.
How much does Cumberland Gate cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Cumberland Gate for its weekly fee. As a guide, Sefton council paid on average £1,423 a week for a residential care place for adults aged 18 to 64 in 2024-2025, against £1,883 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.